1976 Holden Statesman vs. 1966 Jensen FF
To start off, 1976 Holden Statesman is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 430 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen FF (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 1966 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Holden | Jensen |
| Model | Statesman | FF |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |
